Chief Financial Officer

JOB BRIEF

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO), a board appointed officer of the United States Institute of Peace and the Endowment of the United States Institute of Peace (together, “USIP,” “Institute”), serves as the principal adviser to the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in the conduct of the Institute’s mission pertaining to all financial matters within the organization and is responsible for overseeing the Institute’s financial strategy and financial operations.

Leading USIP’s accounting, budgeting, and contracting functions, the CFO provides advice and makes sound decisions based on the financial well-being of the Institute.

The CFO reports to the President and CEO and has responsibilities to the Board and the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for matters pertaining to operational efficiency and effectiveness and coordination with other management functions.

CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS 9/05/2024

TARGET SALARY 

Grade: EX II-III - $ 204,000 – $212,000

The Institute uses the General Schedule salary tables for administering compensation.

Offers are determined based upon candidate qualifications, related experience, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Support to the CEO and Board of Directors


* Act as the primary financial advisor to the CEO and Board, offering insights on financial trends, risks, and opportunities.

Ensure that financial considerations are integrated into organizational strategy and decision-making processes.


* Serve as the Management Liaison to the Board Audit and Finance Committee and directly contribute to support for other Board committees as required.


* Prepare and present financial forecasts, plans, and updates to the Board, donors, and other stakeholders.

Ensure transparent and effective communication regarding the organization’s financial outlook and financial aspects of strategic initiatives.


* Advise the CEO and Board on financial risk management strategies.

Develop and implement plans to mitigate financial risks and enhance organizational resilience.


* Assist the CEO in communicating the organization’s financial status and strategic direction to internal and external stakeholders, including Congress and appropriations staff, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), partners, donors, and others as required.

Ensure that financial messaging aligns with organizational goals and enhances stakeholder engagement.

Strategic Financial Management and Planning


* Lead financial management of Institute resources, ensuring development and maintenance of an integrated process for planning, budgeting, accounting, and financial management, including financial reporting and internal controls.


* Develop and refine multi-year financial forecasts that align with the Institute’s strategic goals and mission.

This includes projecting revenue streams, expense patt...